Risk management

The WorkSafe Mines Safety inspectorate is reminding mine operators that all mines must have a deployed and functioning mine safety...

The majority of early cases of mine dust lung diseases, including silicosis, often display no symptoms and so regular checks...

Although there have been a number of high-profile failures of tailings storage facilities (TSFs) in recent years, including one in...

When people think of the dangers of mine sites, they often conjure up images of heavy equipment, large haul trucks...

The 2023 South Australian Mines Emergency Response Competition (SAMERC) has been held in Whyalla, where more than 5,000 spectators gathered...

In 2022, the Movember mining community raised an incredible $1.4 million for men’s health, thanks to thousands of Movember supporters...

Glencore has announced that the Mount Isa Mines underground copper operations and copper concentrator will be closing in 2025, after...

A new toolkit has been launched by the Western Australian Government’s Respect in Mining program, aiming to help the state's...

The results of a Human Health Risk Assessment (HHRA) commissioned by Cadia following community concerns regarding water and air quality...

Cable couplers are a significant investment and employing safe, reliable and effective couplers is essential, especially in complicated environments like...

Technological innovations and advancements, as well as training programs and safety education, are constantly changing the way that mine safety...

The Western Australian Government has launched two anti-harassment programs to support victims of sexual harassment in the workplace, create a...

Due to the often remote and isolated locations of mine sites, battery solutions that can withstand the harshest conditions while...

Adopting circular economy practices in the mining industry includes responsible management of the waste streams the industry produces. While the...

By Rebecca Todesco, Editor, Mining Magazine Creating a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace environment is paramount to the long-term wellbeing,...

By Rebecca Todesco, Editor, Mining Magazine With their heavy machinery, often monumental scale and occasional use of explosives, mine sites...

A new report by the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA) has highlighted potential locations to form Net Zero...

A report released by HESTA – the largest superannuation fund dedicated to Australia’s health and community services sector – urges...